While some young writers may struggle with traditional literacy, tapping into new literacies like digital storytelling may boost motivation and scaffold understanding of traditional literacies
Creating digital stories invites students to employ old and new literacies, and through the process of creating a movie they erect, explore, and exhibit other literacies
virtually nobody disputes that socioeconomic status, cultural identity and the educational level of parents — especially mothers — are linked to the stubborn achievement gap between students of different races and ethnicities.
research has shown that outside factors are generally more powerful than any teacher and that it is the exception rather than the rule that students facing myriad social issues can do well at school
The persistent gap in the District reflects on the questionable nature of some of the reforms that have been implemented in the city
This issue is both frustrating and controversial, and there is little to no agreement on how to address it. It seems educators will be dealing with this issue for a long time to come.
Scary issues coming up with the Chicago teacher's strike. While those participating in the strike obviously see it as necessary, these comments seem to go against educational ideals.